SD K-9 PUPPY 4.5#
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Science Diet®
Puppy Small Bites
Rich in fish oil and nourishing fatty acids.
Hill's® Science Diet® Puppy Small Bites dog food provides precisely balanced nutrition to
build immunity and digestive health for puppies who prefer a smaller kibble. It is enriched
with DHA from high quality fish oil and made with high quality ingredients that provide an
ideal combination of nutrients, clinically proven antioxidants and vital fatty acids to give your
puppy the best start in life.
Key Benefits
Recommended For:
Puppies up to 1 year old and pregnant or nursing dogs.
Not Recommended For:
Adult dogs, mature adult dogs, obese or obese-prone dogs.
Other Products to Consider
Science Diet is available in a wide variety of dry foods for your puppy's unique needs. Canned puppy food is also available from
Science Diet in a delicious chicken flavor that your puppy will love.
Feeding Guide
Daily Feeding Guide:
Helpful Hints
l For puppies/pregnant dogs: begin by feeding the suggested daily amount. Your pet may need less or more food
to maintain proper weight. Adjust as needed. If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian.
l For nursing dogs: keep food available at all times.
l Feeding this food for the first time? Mix increasing amounts of your pet's new food with decreasing amounts of the old food
Benefit Nutrient How It Works
Healthy immune system within
90 days Vitamin C + E Optimal levels of clinically proven antioxidants to quickly build
healthy cognitive and immune function.
Brain and eye development Natural DHA from high quality
fish oil
DHA is a building block for healthy brain and eye
development.
Promote healthy joint
development and mobility Vital fatty acids Vital fatty acids ensure healthy development of bones and
joints.
Ideal body weight
Ideal levels of high quality lean
protein for puppies in their first
year of life
Protein is the building block for lean muscle that helps maintain
ideal body condition.
Supports gentle, healthy
digestion
High quality ingredients
including gentle fibers
Ensure availability of key nutrients and proteins for the healthy
development of puppies.
over a 7-day period.
l Keep fresh water available at all times!
l We recommend that you take your pet to the veterinarian at least twice a year for regular health check-ups.
l Your pet's nutritional needs change with each lifestage. Continue to give him the same precise and balanced nutrition by
transitioning your puppy to one of the Hill's® Science Diet® Adult dog foods once he reaches 1 year of age.
l Science Diet is available in a wide variety of dry foods for your puppy's unique needs. Canned puppy food is also available
from Science Diet in a delicious savory chicken flavor that your puppy will love.
Growth
Average Nutrient And Caloric Contents
Dry 3897 kcal/kg (384 kcal/per cup²)
References
Weight of Dog Growth less than 4 months
(Pregnancy weeks 7 - 9)
Growth 4 to 9 months
(Pregnancy weeks 5 - 6)
Growth 10 to 12 months
(Pregnancy weeks 1 - 4)
2 lb (0,9 kg) 1/2 cup (50 g) 3/8 cup (35 g) 1/3 cup (35 g)
5 lb (2,3 kg) 1 cup (100 g) 7/8 cup (85 g) 2/3 cup (65 g)
8 lb (3,6 kg) 1 1/2 cups (150 g) 1 1/4 cups (125 g) 1 cup (100 g)
10 lb (4,5 kg) 1 3/4 cups (175 g) 1 1/2 cups (150 g) 1 1/8 cups (110 g)
20 lb (9,1 kg) 3 cups (295 g) 2 1/2 cups (250 g) 2 cups (200 g)
40 lb (18,1 kg) 5 cups (495 g) 4 cups (395 g) 3 1/4 cups (320 g)
60 lb (27,2 kg) 6 2/3 cups (660 g) 5 1/2 cups (545 g) 4 1/3 cups (430 g)
80 lb (36,3 kg) 8 1/4 cups (815 g) 6 3/4 cups (670 g) 5 1/2 cups (545 g)
100 lb (45,4 kg) 9 3/4 cups (965 g) 8 cups (790 g) 6 1/2 cups (645 g)
120 lb (54,4 kg) 11 1/4 cups (1115 g) 9 1/4 cups (915 g) 7 1/2 cups (745 g)
Nutrient
Dry Matter1
%
Protein 31.5
Fat 19.8
Carbohydrate (NFE) 38.4
Crude Fiber 2.3
Calcium 1.45
Phosphorus 1.16
Sodium 0.50
Potassium 0.78
Magnesium 0.167
Vitamin C 318 mg/kg
Vitamin E 872 IU/kg
DHA 0.165
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Total 1.02
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